Former WWE star Chyna passes away

Los Angeles, April 21 (IANS) Former WWE wrestler and reality TV star Chyna was found dead at her home here. She was 45.

Chyna passed away on Wednesday. The official cause of death is unknown, reports variety.com.

The news was announced via Chyna’s Facebook page.

“(We inform you) with deep sadness that we lost a true icon, a real life superhero. Joanie Laurer aka Chyna, the ninth wonder of the world, has passed away. She will live forever in the memories of her millions of fans and all of us who loved her,” the post read.

Chyna appeared in several TV shows over the last two decades, including “Surreal Life” and “Celebrity Rehab”. She also guest-starred on “3rd Rock from the Sun” and “The Nick Cannon Show”.

She also appeared in several adult films. She later moved to Japan to teach English.